Residence Inn Brand Introduced in the Middle East with the
Opening of the
80-key Residence Inn by Marriott Manama Juffair in Bahrain

Under a
Management Agreement with International Trading and Investment Co.

Manama, Bahrain – December 10th 2011 - Marriott
International (NYSE:MAR) introduced its Residence Inn by Marriott
lodging brand for extended stay travelers in Bahrain, under a long term
management agreement with International Trading and Investment Co. The
80-unit Residence Inn by Marriott Manama Juffair, located in suburban
Manama, welcomed its first guests today, December 10th 2011. It is the
first Residence Inn-branded property in the Middle East.

The property features a total of 80 units, including 26 studios, 17
one-bedroom suites, 35 two-bedroom suites and two three-bedroom suites.

“We are thrilled by the continued expansion of our presence in
Bahrain and are excited to introduce our third lodging brand in the
country, giving travelers a growing choice in accommodations when they
visit the country,” said Ed Fuller, president & managing director
of International Lodging for Marriott International.

“One third of today’s global business travelers are extended stay
guests. As the leader in this segment in North America, Residence Inn
is proud to introduce to the Middle East our expertise and distinct
service culture that tailors to the unique needs of this group of
traveler,” said Diane Mayer, vice president and global brand manager
for Residence Inn.

The Residence Inn by Marriott Juffair offers a mix of spacious, stylish
and residential-feel studios,
one-, two- and three-bedroom suites. A purposeful layout with
designated zones allows guests to relax, work, eat, and sleep in their
suites, while maintaining their routines at their own pace while
traveling. Every suite features kitchens that come complete with
full-sized refrigerators and stainless steel appliances that make
living on the road easier for business travelers on long stays and
families on leisure travel. With, expansive workspace and ample easily
accessible outlets, and 42 inches flat screen TV, guests are fully
equipped with and state-of-the-art technology. All the suites and lobby
will have access to free High Speed Internet Access. Rates vary with
length of stay.

Like its suites, the hotel’s public space is comfortable and
multi-functional. The Cafe-Lounge serves a daily complimentary
hot breakfast buffet while a “Grab and Go” kiosk/market offers snacks
for purchase 24 hours a day. The new hotel also has a business center
that includes a 20-square meter meeting room for business or social
gatherings.

Among the recreational amenities are an outdoor swimming pool and an
140-square meter health and leisure club with men’s/women’s
lockers with separate sauna and whirlpool, the perfect place to relax
and unwind.

The Residence Inn by Marriott Juffair is located adjacent to the
Marriott Executive Apartments in an attractive suburban neighborhood of
Manama that is popular with international visitors and upwardly mobile
Bahrainis. Juffair is the site of Bahrain’s largest mosque, the huge
domed Al Fateh Mosque, as well as the adjacent new National Library.

Sam Van Campenhout, General Manager for both properties added “I would
like to thank our owner Sheikh Mohammed Abdulrahman Al-Khalifa Managing
Director of ITICO (International Trading & Investment Co.).
He and his team have been instrumental in developing a great product
for us to bring to our guests.”

Residence Inn is Marriott
International’s second largest lodging brand with more than 600
properties in North and Central America and the Caribbean with
additional development under way in Europe and the Middle East and
Africa.

Residence Inn is a pioneer in the extended-stay hotel segment, being
the first to serve the needs of business travelers seeking
apartment-style accommodations for longer stays. Opening its doors to
guests in 1975, the brand quickly assumed a leadership role,
spearheading design and service standards for this lodging segment.
Residence Inn’s brand mission is to help business travelers thrive on
long stays. Combining style and functionality, its suites are spacious,
allowing travelers the ability to work and relax, and maintain balance
while on the road. Featuring fully functional kitchens and separate
living and sleeping areas in every unit, Residence Inn offers guests
flexibility and options that fit their routine. Personalized service
and attention to detail help guests feel welcomed and
appreciated. Amenities such as connectivity to home and office,
health and fitness options, comfortable public areas in which to
socialize or relax make Residence Inn the ideal choice for both
business and leisure guests.

About Marriott International
Marriott International, Inc. (NYSE:MAR) is a leading lodging company
with more than 3,600 lodging properties in 71 countries and
territories. Marriott International operates and franchises hotels
under the Marriott, JW Marriott, The Ritz-Carlton, EDITION, Autograph
Collection, Renaissance, Residence Inn, Courtyard, TownePlace Suites,
Fairfield Inn & Suites; SpringHill Suites and Bulgari brand names;
develops and operates vacation ownership resorts under the Marriott
Vacation Club, The Ritz-Carlton Destination Club and Grand Residences
by Marriott brands; licenses and manages whole-ownership residential
brands, including The Ritz-Carlton Residences, JW Marriott Residences
and Marriott Residences; operates Marriott Executive Apartments;
provides furnished corporate housing through its Marriott ExecuStay
division; and operates conference centers. The company is headquartered
in Bethesda, Maryland USA and had approximately 129,000 employees at
2010 yearend. It is ranked by Fortune as the lodging industry’s most
admired company and one of the best companies to work for. In fiscal
year 2010, Marriott International reported sales from continuing
operations of nearly US$12billion.